Freight Agent – Independent Contractor

Primary Companies

Freight Agent managing client relationships and logistics for Primary Freight. Responsible for booking shipments, negotiating rates, and maintaining customer relationships.

Posted 7/8/2026contractRemote • Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in freight brokerage operations, including client relationship building, shipment management, and carrier negotiation. Proficient in communication and problem-solving to effectively manage logistics and resolve transit issues.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Freight Brokerage OperationsCarrier NegotiationClient Relationship BuildingShipment ManagementAccount Management

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Hard Skills

LogisticsShipment DocumentationRate QuotingLoad TrackingTransit Issue Resolution

Soft Skills

CommunicationNegotiationProblem SolvingCustomer Service

Industry Keywords

TransportationFreight BrokerageShippingCarrier Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prospect and contact potential shipping customers to build client relationships
Quote, book, and manage shipments from pickup through delivery
Negotiate rates with carriers and customers
Track loads and communicate proactively with shippers and carriers
Complete shipment documentation and resolve transit issues as they arise

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ years of experience in freight brokerage, logistics, or transportation (required)
An existing or transferable book of business, or demonstrated ability to build one
Working knowledge of freight brokerage operations and carrier negotiation
Strong communication, negotiation, and problem solving skills
Background in customer service and account management

Benefits

Comp & perks

Cargo and liability insurance coverage
DAT load posting access and Truckstop login
Carrier onboarding and tracking software with access to 40,000+ vetted carriers
Company email, TMS access, and LTL portal access
EDI and customer portal capability
Customer invoicing, collections, and back office support
Orientation, training, and support transitioning existing customers
Fast carrier setup for new contracts